Mental health service users are still not being provided with adequate facilities, according to a new report.
The Mental Health Commission has found just half of facilities using physical restraint are compliant with their code of practice.
The oversight body's annual report released today also shows 69 percent of in-patient centres are unclean or have poor structural conditions.
Chief Executive of the Commission, John Farrelly, says conditions in most of the facilities are substandard.
Irish Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland urge everyone to 'Unite to Turn the Tide
July has been one of the busiest months in years for rescue services, with warm weather bringing more people to Wicklow beaches, rivers and lakes.
Bray Wanderers Head To Cobh Amid Apparent Cross-Channel Interest In Seagulls Talent
New Laws Boost Protection In Wicklow Mountains National Park
A dedicated National Parks Bill will put nature conservation first and help manage growing visitor numbers.
Woman Dies In Waters At Wicklow Beach
The incident occurred on the outskirts of Wicklow town, near the Blainroe golf club.
Wicklow Housing Remains Ireland's Most Expensive Outside Dublin
Strong demand, low vacancy and limited housing stock are keeping county prices elevated.
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